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Season 2 Episode 1- Finding Your Path: A Journey from Zimbabwe to BBC Africa
In the season 2 premiere of Immigreats, host Munatsi sits down with Nyasha Michelle, a Zimbabwean-British journalist and BBC Africa reporter. Nyasha shares her unique upbringing, being raised by her […]
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Episode 16: From Sierra Leone to American Leadership: Ghida Dagher’s Journey
In this episode of Immigreats, Munatsi sits down with Ghida Dagher, CEO of an immigrant focused New American Leaders organization. Ghida shares her remarkable journey from Sierra Leone to the United States, detailing her family's escape from civil unrest and the challenges they faced as asylum seekers. She delves into her experiences adapting to American culture, the profound impact of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on her formative years, and her growth into an influential political leader.
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Episode 15: Power to the People: Nse Ufot’s Journey with Civic Engagement
In this episode of Immigreats, Munatsi delves into conversation with Nse Ufot, former CEO of the New Georgia Project. Nse traces her roots from Nigeria to the United States and highlights the transformative events that shaped her commitment to civic engagement.
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Episode 14: Bridging Cultures: Nawar Shora’s Journey from Damascus to America
Through his personal anecdotes and professional endeavors, Nawar sheds light on the importance of cultural demystification, aiming to dispel stereotypes and foster genuine understanding between communities.
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Episode 13: The Immigrant Who Protected US Democracy
Aquilino tells his story about growing up in the Dominican Republic and his life experiences that led to him protecting elected US congress officials on January 6, 2021.
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Episode 12: From Zimbabwe to U.S. Public Health – Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo-Davis
In this episode, Munatsi sits down with Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo-Davis, the Director of Health for the city of Saint Louis, Missouri in the United States.
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Episode 11: Embracing Life’s Second Chance – Wilmot Collins’ Journey from School Teacher to Mayor
Wilmot Collins fled Liberia on a ship after war broke out. Years later he serves as the first black mayor of Helena, Montana. He tells Munatsi his incredible story. He has experienced everything from the loss of two brothers due to government upheaval, homelessness in a foreign land as a refugee, to the charitable kindness of acceptance, and the pride of being elected Mayor of Helena, Montana.
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Episode 010: Building Bridges – Arrey Obenson’s Journey from Cameroon to Global Impact
In this episode of “Immigreats,”host, Munatsi interviews Arrey Obenson, a transformative leader whose journey from a lawyer in Cameroon to a global community leader in the United States epitomizes impactful change.
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Episode 009: A Soldier’s Tale – Brigadier General Amanda Azubuike’s Path to Leadership
In this episode of Immigreats, host Munatsi sits down with United States Army Brigadier General Amanda Azubuike, a remarkable immigrant who has made significant contributions to her adopted country. Amanda shares her inspiring story of being born to a Nigerian dad and Zimbabwean mother, moving from the UK as a teen to becoming a high-ranking officer in the US Army.
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Episode 008: The Resilient Realtor: Lily Moore’s Inspiring Immigrant Tale
In this episode, Munatsi welcomes Lily Moore, an immigrant from El Salvador who shares her remarkable story of becoming a top real estate agent in America. Starting with her early struggles of single parenthood, language barriers, and financial difficulties, Lily's inspiring story is one of resilience and determination.
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Munatsi Manyande was born and raised in Zimbabwe. He first moved to the United States for university. He is an entrepreneur and non-profit executive who lives in Texas with his family.